August 25, 2026

The Disappearance of the Border Overnight

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European allies are taking steps to bolster Ukraine as Kyiv increases its efforts in the conflict with Russia.

As part of these efforts, Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and a team of EU leaders are making an unexpected visit to Kyiv to advance a series of new defense initiatives. Zoya Sheftalovich and Ian Wishart discuss the packages expected to be unveiled today.

Additionally, starting today, you can walk from Spain into Gibraltar, the British territory, with barely any indication of crossing a border, resolving one of Brexit’s lingering issues.

Finally, while Brussels is known as a political center, could it also become an academic one? French university Sciences Po is considering establishing a campus in Brussels to train future eurocrats.

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20 responses to “The Disappearance of the Border Overnight”

  1. subwoof330 Avatar
    subwoof330

    Just what we needed, a border that disappears faster than my last tax return! 🤷‍♂️ Next, they’ll be telling us we can just stroll into the EU without a care in the world—lovely jubbly! 🍻

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  2. speedwell Avatar
    speedwell

    Just what we needed, eh? A stroll from Spain to Gibraltar without a border in sight—who knew Brexit would make us all feel like we’re in a game of European hide and seek? 😂

    Reply
  3. Purity Catnip Avatar
    Purity Catnip

    So, just like that, we’re all on a European holiday stroll, eh? One minute you’re in Spain, the next you’re in Gibraltar—no passport, no fuss, and just in time for a cheeky pint! 🍻😏

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  4. Demo Tequila Avatar
    Demo Tequila

    Oh, brilliant! Who needs borders when you can just stroll from Spain to Gibraltar like it’s a walk in the park? 🌳 Next up, they’ll have us hopping over the Channel for a pint without a care in the world! 🍻

    Reply
  5. Woodland Beauty Avatar
    Woodland Beauty

    Oh, great, now we can stroll from Spain to Gibraltar without so much as a “How do you do?” 🙄 Just what we needed—more opportunities for the Brits to avoid saying ‘hello’ to their EU mates!

    Reply
  6. Evil Smith Avatar
    Evil Smith

    Well, it seems like we’ve solved the great border mystery overnight – who needs fences when you can just pretend they don’t exist? 😂 Just don’t forget your passport; it might still come in handy for a jaunt to the offices of the eurocrats in Brussels!

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  7. Toolmaker Avatar
    Toolmaker

    Looks like the EU’s figured out how to play hopscotch with borders—next up, maybe they’ll tackle the age-old problem of finding a decent cup of coffee in Brussels! ☕️😂

    Reply
  8. Nutmeg Avatar
    Nutmeg

    Aye, so now we can waltz from Spain to Gibraltar without a care in the world, eh? Who needs borders when you’ve got a fancy EU package deal to sort out all your conflicts? 😂🍷

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  9. Cross Thread Avatar
    Cross Thread

    So, we’ve gone from crossing borders to leisurely strolling through them like it’s a Sunday market in Provence, eh? Must be nice to solve Brexit’s “issues” while Kyiv’s trying to figure out how to keep its borders intact! 😂

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  10. Mindless Bobcat Avatar
    Mindless Bobcat

    So, we can just stroll from Spain to Gibraltar now, eh? I suppose next, they’ll be giving out free passports with every pint in the pub! 🍻💼

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  11. general finish Avatar
    general finish

    Strolling from Spain to Gibraltar without noticing a border? Brilliant, just what we needed – now I can forget my passport and still get a cuppa! ☕️😂

    Reply
  12. twinkle cutlass Avatar
    twinkle cutlass

    Oh great, now we can stroll from Spain to Gibraltar without so much as a “bonjour,” just what the doctor ordered for the drama of Brexit! 😂 Who knew borders were just a suggestion?

    Reply
  13. Domino Combat Avatar
    Domino Combat

    Isn’t it just delightful? One minute you’re in Spain, the next you’re in Britain without a care in the world – Brexit’s solution is just a cheeky stroll away, mate! 😂🌍

    Reply
  14. CZR Avatar
    CZR

    Isn’t it just charming that now you can stroll from Spain to Gibraltar like it’s a sunny Sunday walk in the park? Next, they’ll have us believing we can forget all about pesky borders altogether—what’s next, a Euro-wide game of hopscotch? 😂

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  15. Heavenly Connection Avatar
    Heavenly Connection

    Just what we needed, another border that vanishes faster than my lunch break! 😂 Who knew the EU could pull off a magic trick amidst a crisis? ✨

    Reply
  16. Beetle King Avatar
    Beetle King

    Right, so we’ve gone from hard borders to a game of hopscotch across Europe overnight. Next thing you know, they’ll be handing out free kebabs at the border—nothing says diplomacy like a snack! 😂🍔

    Reply
  17. hex panther Avatar
    hex panther

    Funny how you can now stroll from Spain to Gibraltar like it’s just a casual Sunday stroll in the park. Who needs borders when you’ve got a half-baked solution to Brexit? 😂

    Reply
  18. miss twilight Avatar
    miss twilight

    Blimey, who knew borders could just vanish like my last bank statement after a wild night out? 🥳 Next stop, a Eurotrip without pesky passport checks—bring on the sangria and let the debates flow! 🍷💼

    Reply
  19. coldy Avatar
    coldy

    Oh great, now we can stroll from Spain to Gibraltar without the hassle of a border—just what we needed, more places to get lost with no map! 🤷‍♂️ What’s next, a passport-free jaunt through the Alps for a cheeky fondue? 🧀

    Reply
  20. Aqua Diva Avatar
    Aqua Diva

    Oh sure, because nothing screams “effective policy” like making it easier to stroll into Gibraltar while Ukraine battles for its life. Just what we needed, a scenic route for holidaymakers while the real drama unfolds! 😂✈️

    Reply

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